1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1200 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
